A friend has invited you to a birthday party, but you will be unable to attend. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter • thank your friend for the invitation. • explain why you won't be able to attend. • suggest another time to see your friend.

Dear Rosa, I just received the invitation to your birthday
party
. I'm very sorry to tell you that I won't be able to attend because I have another event on that same night.
However
, I hope we'll have another chance to get together soon. First I want to thank you for the invitation. Turning 30 is an important milestone in life, and I feel
honored
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that you want me to celebrate the occasion with you. Unfortunately, I have an important family event to attend on the same night as your
party
. My cousin will be graduating from college, and his parents have planned a special
party
to celebrate. Of course, I'm very proud of my cousin but sorry his
party
is on the same night as yours.
However
, I'd still like to celebrate with you. Are you free for dinner some evening next week? I'd like to take you to the restaurant of your choice. Just let me know which evening is best for you. I'm so sorry I can't be at your
party
, but I send you many wishes for a very happy birthday. Your friend, Robin
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